FAQs
Who is Dr Sherry Ross and why is she qualified to create intimate skincare products?
Dr Sherry, respected OBGYN, author and educator, has been a trusted expert in sexual wellness for decades. She has personally researched and worked with many formulators to create the best intimate skin care products that are trusted, pH and genital-skin safe, with guaranteed results. Her mission is to change the narrative, demystify cultural taboo’s and empower people on how they care for and talk about their sexual wellness.
Her line of intimate skin care is the first of its kind, science-back, pH balanced, and gynecologically approved formulations curated to protect the delicate skin of the genitals and anus from dryness, itching, irritation, infection, breakouts and other causes of pre-mature aging.
Skincare for your genitals? Why are we talking about it now?
Here’s the issue, we haven’t been talking enough about our vulva’s, penises or scrotums…ever! The vast majority of people want more education about these really (really!) important areas of our bodies. Culturally, religiously, ethnically, traditionally, politically, we don’t talk about these area’s and if we aren’t talking about our genitals, how do we learn to properly take care of them.
I want to change the way we think, talk and fantasize about our bodies, our genitals, our sexuality and remove all the shame, embarrassment, anxiety, taboos and insecurity. We want to demystify what’s out there creating a lot of confusion. We want to empower you to change the narrative for yourselves, your body’s, your genitals, and your future sexual relationship with or without a partner. There is so much to talk about and we’re excited to educate and stand arm and arm with you as we learn a whole lot about our bodies. The time is now to feel shameless!
Why do you need to moisturize my genital skin?
The delicate and sensitive skin of your genitals and anus has to be taken care with the same dedication and specialized products used daily on your face. Daily moisturizing prevents dryness, irritation, acne, odor, infections, and discomfort with exercise and intimacy.
Why is it important to moisturize this area?
Daily moisturizing prevents dryness, irritation, acne, odor, infections, and discomfort with exercise and intimacy. Moisturizing the delicate skin of the vulva, and scrotom daily will protect against dryness, irritation, acne, odor, infections and discomfort.
What are common “disruptors" to avoid?
Did you know that everyday disruptors can upset the delicate pH of genital skin. What are everyday disruptors?
So-called Hygiene Products: Fragrant soaps, bubble baths, talcum powder, and douching.
Laundry/Clothing: Scented detergents, dryer sheets, and synthetic fabrics (nylon).
Lifestyle Factors: High stress, poor diet, caffeine, alcohol, and certain medications (e.g., birth control, Accutane, antidepressants).
Sexual Activity: Saliva, semen, spermicides, and insufficient foreplay.
Why are we talking about using intimate skin on genital skin?
Here’s the issue, we haven’t been talking enough about our vulva’s, vagina’s, penises or scrotum’s…ever! The vast majority of people want more education about these really important areas of our bodies. Culturally, religiously, ethnically, traditionally, politically, we don’t talkabout these area’s and if we aren’t talking about our genitals, how dowe learn to properly take care of them.
I want to change the way we think, talk and fantasize about our bodies,our genitals, our sexuality and remove all the shame, embarrassment,anxiety, taboos and insecurity. We want to demystify what’s out therecreating a lot of confusion. We want to empower you to change thenarrative for yourselves, your body’s, your genitals, and your futuresexual relationship with or without a partner. There is so much to talkabout and we’re excited to educate and stand arm and arm with you aswe learn a whole lot about our bodies. The time is now to feel shameless!
Who can use the Oneself intimate skincare products?
Anyone with a vulva, penis, and scrotum can use the ultra-hydrating Oneself serum moisturizer and personal wash.
Where on my body can I use Oneself Intimate skincare products?
Medically tested and science-backed, our intimate skincare line is specifically formulated for the sensitive skin of the genitals and anus yet gentle enough for use on the rest of the body. Oneself Personal Wash is often used head-to-toe for an especially clean, refreshed feeling.
What is the Oneself Intimate serum moisturizer?
The Oneself serum moisturizer, is a clean, toxic-free pH balanced product, created to hydrate and moisturize the sensitive and fine skin of the genitals and anus.
What is the difference between my vulva and vagina?
Many people use the word “vagina” to describe all of the genital area, but anatomically the vagina is only the internal canal, while the external genitalia is called the vulva, which includes the labia majora (outer lips), labia minora (inner lips), clitoral hood, clitoris, urethral opening (where urine exits), and the vaginal opening, also known as the introitus; because the vagina and vulva are sensitive and important parts of the body, it is essential to become familiar with your own anatomy and understand what is normal for you so you can recognize any changes or potential problems early, and one of the best ways to do this is by using a mirror to closely observe and learn your vulva and vagina, helping you build awareness and confidence in your vaginal health.
What about the anatomy with those with a penis?
The penis and scrotum are two separate parts of the male anatomy. The penis consists of the shaft, glans (head), and frenulum, with some males having a foreskin that covers and protects the glans while others do not due to circumcision or natural variation; at the tip of the penis is the urethral opening, where urine and semen exit the body. The scrotum, commonly called the “ballsack,” is a pouch of delicate skin that holds and protects the testicles, helping regulate their temperature, and because the skin in this area is sensitive and prone to dryness or irritation, proper hygiene and awareness of any changes are important for overall genital health.
Now that you have your roadmap, what is the best way to care for thisdelicate part of our body?
The skin of the genital area deserves the same level of care and attention as the skin on your face because it is delicate, sensitive, and easily affected by dryness, irritation, friction, and harsh products. Proper cleansing, hydration, and moisturizing can help maintain comfort and support healthy skin around the vulva, scrotum, and anus, potentially reducing issues such as dryness, irritation, odor, discomfort during intimacy, and skin sensitivity. Using gentle, fragrance-free, genital-safe cleansers and moisturizers designed for sensitive skin can help keep these areas hydrated and comfortable for everyday activities and sexual wellness while avoiding products that may disrupt the natural balance of the skin.
I was always taught the vagina is self-cleaning, so why wash it?
Many women have heard that the vagina is “self-cleaning,” and that is true for the internal vaginal canal, which naturally maintains its own healthy balance through normal secretions and beneficial bacteria; however, the external genital area, known as the vulva, is exposed daily to sweat, urine, friction, and bacteria, so it still requires gentle cleansing and care. A helpful comparison is that even though a self-cleaning oven cleans the inside, the stovetop still needs regular cleaning. Using gentle, pH-balanced genital cleansers can help maintain the natural balance of the vulvar area without making it too acidic or too alkaline, since harsh soaps or products that disrupt the natural pH may increase the risk of irritation, yeast infections, or bacterial infections.
Why does protecting genital pH balance matter?
Balance in life and balance in genital skin health go hand in hand. The vagina is naturally acidic. While this may sound concerning, it is actually the ideal pH balance for the many protective organisms that live harmoniously within the vaginal environment. The pH of the vulvar and scrotal skin is less acidic, but both areas are still highly prone to dryness and irritation. Skincare products containing fragrances, harsh surfactants, parabens, ethanolamines, preservatives, and alcohol can disrupt the delicate pH balance of genital skin. When this balance is disturbed, it may lead to discomfort and various genital skin issues, including infections, dryness, chafing, itching, burning, and fungal or bacterial overgrowth. Dry skin on any part of the body can be uncomfortable and frustrating, but dryness affecting sensitive genital tissue can be especially distressing.
What happens when genital skin is dry?
Skin dryness involving any part of the body is uncomfortable and annoying, especially when it comes to the sensitive skin of the genitals. Persistent genital skin dryness causes itching, burning, irritation, infection, and pain which leads to emotional and physical disruptions in daily life activities.
What makes Oneself intimate skin care moisturizer better than otherintimate creams or oils?
Oneself intimate serum moisturizer is OBGYN
formulated, pH balanced with natural, toxic-free ingredients perfectly
formulated to hydrate, moisturize, soothe and protect the genitals to prevent
dryness, irritation, rashes, infections, odor and premature aging of the skin.
Well researched with FDA approved
ingredients including Coconut Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane, Spilanthes
Acmella, Schisandra Chinesis Fruit Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment +1
2-hexanediol, Neurophroline, Meadowfoam Estolide, Bakuchiol Oil, Passion Fruit
Oil, Watermelon Seed Oil, and Willow Bark, creating an ultra-moisturizer with
antioxidants, antimicrobial, antifungal, analgesic, non-comedogennic (won’t
clog pores!) and anti-inflammatory properties.
Our clean beauty Vegan formulation, Oneself
Intimate skin serum moisturizer,
should be included in your daily hygiene ritual on the genitals and
anus…because your intimate skin deserves healthy skincare too!
What does it mean that Oneself Products aremade from “clean” ingredients?
Our hypoallergenic products are made from clean ingredients
meaning there are:
- No Glycerin
- No Parabens
- No Phthalates
- No Animal Products
- No Sulfates
- No Mineral Oil
- No Gluten
- No Artificial Colors or Dyes
- No Synthetic Fragrance
- No Aluminum
- No PEG’s
- No Silicones
- No Propylene Glycol
- No Alcohol
How to use Oneself Intimate Serum Moisturizer?
After cleaning with Oneself Personal Wash, apply liberally Oneself serum moisturizer directly to your vulva, scrotum and anus. Gently massage into external intimate areas once or twice a day for best results.
How to use Oneself Personal Wash?
For external use only. Apply one to two pumps to hand and gently apply to wet genital skin. Gently massage into skin with warm water. Rinse off thoroughly with warm water. Use daily for best results. Towel dry
before applying Oneself Serum moisturizer for optimal results. This wash is for
external use only.
Do I need to clean my external genital skin?
Yes! External genital skin can benefit from daily hygiene.
I Thought “It Cleaned Itself”: While the internal vagina is self-cleaning, the external vulva requires gentle, pH-safe cleansing to remove bacteria.
What skin is considered my genitals?
- Vulva: The external area (labia, clitoral hood) needs daily topical care.
- Vagina: The internal canal; products should generally be used externally.
- Scrotum: Delicate skin prone to dryness and irritation similar to the vulva.
What is the ONESELF routine?
ONESELF Personal Wash: A pH-balanced cleanser that won't trigger yeast or bacterial infections.
Cleanse Gently. Use the Oneself Personal Wash on external areas only (vulva, penis, scrotum, and anus).
ONESELF Serum Moisturizer: A clean, hydrating formula specifically for the sensitive, delicate skin of the genitals and anus.
Hydrate Daily. Apply the Oneself Serum Moisturizer to external skin to prevent dryness, thinning, and irritation of delicate skin and nourish it for an optimal skin environment.
What if I have sensitive skin?
For those concerned with specific ingredients or with known skin sensitivities, it’s best to conduct a patch test first or consult with a dermatologist. Individual reaction can vary widely so what works well for one person may not work the same for another.